WALDOBORO — “Voter Forum 2025: Protecting Democracy & Public Safety,” will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, from 3-5 p.m. at the BugTussle Annex, 251 Jefferson St. in Waldoboro. Hosted by the Bremen and Nobleboro Democratic Committees, the event is free and open to the public and will focus on the two citizen referenda appearing on the November ballot.
Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with knowledgeable guests who will provide background and perspectives on Question 1, colloquially known as the Voter ID or Voter Suppression Law, and Question 2, an Emergency Risk Protective Order or Red Flag Law.
Opponents of Question 1 will share the proposed law’s potential impact on Maine voting policies and access.
Supporters of Question 2, from the Maine Gun Safety Coalition campaign Safe Schools, Safe Communities, will outline the law’s implications for public safety.
The full language of both referendum questions can be read on the Maine Secretary of State’s website: https://www.maine.gov/sos/elections-voting/upcoming-elections.
Among the local lawmakers who will also participate in the discussion include Reps. Wayne Farrin (HD47) and Holly Stover (HD48).
The forum will also feature light refreshments and a collection of nonperishable donations for the Waldoboro Food Pantry.
Parking is available on Main Street, Jefferson Street and Friendship Road., as well as in public lots on Glidden Street and in the Kuhn and Wooster lots on Main Street. The Town of Waldoboro prohibits parking on School Street and Shady Lane.
Organizers emphasize that the event is intended as an open, respectful exchange of ideas. Bullying or abusive language will not be tolerated.
For more information, please contact Deb Elliott, Bremen Democratic Committee, at 207-880-9111 or [email protected] or Bob Lain, Nobleboro Democratic Committee, at [email protected].
